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Birkirkara F.C.
Birkirkara Football Club is a professional football club based in the town of Birkirkara, on the island of Malta. The club was formed in 1950, following the amalgamation of Birkirkara United and Birkirkara Celtic. Birkirkara currently play in the Maltese Premier League, which it has won on four occasions, most recently in the 2012–13 season. Birkirkara is one of the founding members of the European Club Association. Kits Honours Major *Maltese Premier League **Winners (4): 1999–2000, 2005–06, 2009–10, 2012–13 **''Runners-up (8):'' 1952–53, 1996–97, 1997–98, 1998–99, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2013–14 *Maltese FA Trophy **Winners (5): 2001–02, 2002–03, 2004–05, 2007–08, 2014–15 **''Runners-up (5):'' 1972–73, 1989–90, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2017–18 *Maltese Super Cup **Winners (7): 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2013, 2014 **'' Runners-up (6):'' 1997, 1999, 2000, 2008, 2010, 2015 *Euro Challenge/Lowenbrau Cup **W ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Giovanni Tedesco
Giovanni Tedesco (born 13 May 1972 in Palermo) is an Italian football manager and former player who played as a midfielder. He is the current manager of Birkirkara Career Club career Despite being a native of Palermo, Tedesco was initially refused by the local team, Palermo, because of his thin build, and moved to Reggina. At Reggina, he quickly became a regular in 1990. After three seasons with Reggina (1 in Serie B, 2 in Serie C1), Tedesco moved to Fiorentina in 1993 and helped the team to win the Serie B league. The following season, he then debuted in Serie A in a 2–1 win against Cagliari on 4 September 1994. Successively, Tedesco has also played for Foggia, Salernitana and Perugia, where he stayed for six seasons and became popular as a valuable midfielder and team leader, especially during his time with Serse Cosmi as manager. In January 2004, Tedesco was signed by Genoa of Serie B in an attempt to strengthen the team for the end of the season, which was seeing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2009–10 Maltese Premier League
The Maltese Premier League 2009–10 was the 95th season of the Maltese Premier League, the top-tier football league in Malta. Hibernians were the defending champions. The season began on 21 August 2009 and ended on 5 May 2010. It was won by Birkirkara, who became the league winners for the third time in their history. Promotion and relegation from 2008–09 Ħamrun Spartans were relegated to the First Division after finishing in last place of the relegation pool. They were joined by Msida Saint-Joseph, who lost a decision match against Tarxien Rainbows on penalties. Promoted from the First Division were Dingli Swallows as champions and Vittoriosa Stars as runners-up. However, after playing one match in the Premier League, Vittoriosa Stars were relegated to the First Division due to a decision by the Board to Investigate Corrupt Practices. A month later, Marsaxlokk received the same punishment, immediate relegation to the First Division due to their involvement in a brib ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2007–08 Maltese FA Trophy
The 2007–08 Maltese FA Trophy (known as U*BET FA Trophy for sponsorship reasons) was the 70th season since its establishment. It featured 20 teams from Maltese Premier League and First Division. The competition started on 3 November 2007 and ended on 24 May 2008 with the final, which Birkirkara F.C. won 2–1 against Hamrun Spartans. Hibernians were the defending champions, but were eliminated in the quarterfinals by Valletta. Calendar Results When the draw was conducted four teams received a bye to the Quarterfinals. Hibernians received a bye because they won the 2006–07 Maltese FA Trophy. Other three teams who received a bye directly to the Quarterfinals were Birkirkara, Marsaxlokk and Sliema Wanderers, for being three best-placed teams in previous year's Premier League. First round In the first round entered Premier League teams placed 4th to 10th and 10 First Division teams. The matches were played on 3, 4, 10 and 11 November 2007. , colspan="3" style="backgro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2004–05 Maltese FA Trophy
The 2004–05 Maltese FA Trophy was the 67th season since its establishment. The competition started on 6 November 2004 and ended on 20 May 2005 with the final, which Birkirkara won 2-1 against Msida St. Joseph. First round , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 6 November 2004 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 7 November 2004 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 13 November 2004 Second round , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 26 December 2004 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 27 December 2004 Quarter-finals , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 2 April 2005 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 3 April 2005 Semi-finals Final References External links RSSSF page {{DEFAULTSORT:2004-05 Maltese FA Trophy Malta Maltese FA Trophy seasons Cup A cup is an open-top used to hold hot or cold liquids for pouring or drinking; while mainly used for drinking, it also can be used to store solids for pou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2002–03 Maltese FA Trophy
The 2002–03 Maltese FA Trophy was the 65th season since its establishment. The competition started on 2 November 2002 and ended on 22 May 2003 with the final, which Birkirkara won 1-0 against Sliema Wanderers. First round , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 2 November 2002 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 9 November 2002 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 16 November 2002 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 23 November 2002 Second round , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 8 February 2003 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 9 February 2003 Quarter-finals , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 21 March 2003 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 22 March 2003 Semi-finals Final References External links RSSSF page {{DEFAULTSORT:2002-03 Maltese FA Trophy Malta Maltese FA Trophy seasons Cup A cup is an open-top used to hold hot or cold liquids for pouring or drinking; while mainly us ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2001–02 Maltese FA Trophy
The 2001–02 Maltese FA Trophy (known as the Rothmans Trophy for sponsorship reasons) was the 64th season since its establishment. The competition started on 23 December 2001 and ended on 23 May 2002 with the final, which Birkirkara won 1-0 against Sliema Wanderers. First round , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 23 December 2001 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 30 December 2001 Second round , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 3 April 2002 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 10 April 2002 Quarter-finals , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 11 May 2002 , - , colspan="3" style="background:#fcc;", 12 May 2002 Semi-finals Final References External links RSSSF page {{DEFAULTSORT:2001-02 Maltese FA Trophy Malta Maltese FA Trophy seasons Cup A cup is an open-top used to hold hot or cold liquids for pouring or drinking; while mainly used for drinking, it also can be used to store solids for pouring (e.g., su ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maltese FA Trophy
The FA Trophy, currently known as the IZIBET FA Trophy for sponsorship reasons, is an annual football cup competition that takes place in Malta. The cup was founded in 1933; following a match between England and Italy, played in Rome in May 1933, to where a number of pro-British Maltese supporters travelled to support the English side. The Football Association as recognition donated a silver trophy to be played on the model of the FA Cup. The team who wins the cup, wins a place in the First qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. This competition is now played on a knock-out basis between all the senior clubs in the Maltese and Gozitan football pyramids. The cup winners play a match for the Maltese Super Cup against the league champions of the season. Format The ten teams from the First Division and the teams which placed from 4th to the 10th position in the previous season's league, participate in the first round. The cup holders and the top 3 teams are seeded. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2013–14 Maltese Premier League
The 2013–14 Maltese Premier League was the 99th season of the Maltese Premier League, the top-tier football league in Malta. It began on 16 August 2013 and ended on 26 April 2014. Birkirkara are the defending champions, having won their 4th title the previous season. The Premier League consisted of two rounds. In the First Round, every team played each opponent twice, once "home" and once "away" (in actuality, the designation of home and away were purely arbitrary as most of the clubs did not have their own grounds), for a total of 22 games. The league then split into two pools. Earned points are subsequently halved. Teams that finished in the positions 1–6 competed in the "Top Six" and teams that finished in positions 7–12 played in the "Play-Out". Teams Relegation and promotion Ħamrun Spartans and Melita were relegated finishing 11th and 12th, respectively, in the previous season. Promoted were, Naxxar Lions Naxxar Lions Football Club is a football club fro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2004–05 Maltese Premier League
The 2003–04 Maltese Premier League was the 25th season of the Maltese Premier League, and the 90th season of top-tier football in Malta. The league started on 7 September 2004 and finished on 8 May 2005. Sliema Wanderers successfully defended last season's league triumph, surpassing Floriana's league title record of 25 championships. Teams The following teams were promoted from the First Division at the start of the season: * St. Patrick * Lija Athletic From the previous Premier League season, the following teams were relegated to the First Division: * Balzan Youths * Ħamrun Spartans First phase League table Results Second phase Top Six The teams placed in the first six positions in the league table qualified for the Top Six, and the points obtained during the first phase were halved (and rounded up) before the start of second phase. As a result, the teams started with the following points before the second phase: Sliema Wanderers 21 points, Valletta 18, Hibern ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2003–04 Maltese Premier League
The 2003–04 Maltese Premier League (known as the MIA Premier League for sponsorship reasons) was the 24th season of the Maltese Premier League, and the 89th season of top-tier football in Malta. The league started on 22 August 2003 and finished on 9 May 2004. Sliema Wanderers successfully defended last season's league triumph, equalling Floriana's league title record of 25 championships. Teams The following teams were promoted from the First Division at the start of the season: * Msida Saint-Joseph * Balzan Youths From the previous Premier League season, the following teams were relegated to the First Division: * Marsa * Mosta First phase League table Results Second phase Top Six The teams placed in the first six positions in the league table qualified for the Top Six, and the points obtained during the first phase were halved (and rounded up) before the start of second phase. As a result, the teams started with the following points before the second pha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2002–03 Maltese Premier League
The 2002–03 Maltese Premier League was the 23rd season of the Maltese Premier League, and the 88th season of top-tier football in Malta. The league started on 24 August 2002 and finished on 11 May 2003. Hibernians were the defending champions. Teams The following teams were promoted from the First Division at the start of the season: * Marsaxlokk * Mosta From the previous Premier League season, the following teams were relegated to the First Division: * Naxxar Lions * Lija Athletic First phase League table Results Second phase Top Six The teams placed in the first six positions in the league table qualified for the Top Six, and the points obtained during the first phase were halved (and rounded up) before the start of second phase. As a result, the teams started with the following points before the second phase: Sliema Wanderers 22 points, Birkirkara 20, Valletta 19, Hibernians 15, Pietà Hotspurs 12 and Marsaxlokk 11. Play-out The teams which finis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1998–99 Maltese Premier League
The 1998–99 Maltese Premier League was the 19th season of the Maltese Premier League, and the 84th season of top-tier football in Malta. It was contested by 10 teams, and Valletta F.C. won the championship. League table Results Matches 1–18 Matches 19–27 ReferencesMalta – List of final tables (RSSSF) {{DEFAULTSORT:1998-99 Maltese Premier League Maltese Premier League seasons Malta Malta ( , , ), officially the Republic of Malta ( mt, Repubblika ta' Malta ), is an island country in the Mediterranean Sea. It consists of an archipelago, between Italy and Libya, and is often considered a part of Southern Europe. It lies ... 1998–99 in Maltese football ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
